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bs25942 · 06-10-2014, 07:07 PM

After viewing the 'redneck boat tail' I have decided to make a boat tail. I have overlayed the template on images and they seem alright. Can anyone tell me if they are wrong in an way? I was not sure if the side taper was done correctly.

For materials,

I will probably build the frame as a tubular structure. I was thinking Metal conduit or PVC piping? For anyone with PVC experience, do you think it would be strong enough to support the weight? This seems easier since I can use a heat gun and bend it to the right shape.

I want to build the frame and then cover it in foam. After sanding/filing the foam, I want to fiberglass it with probably two layers of 4 oz cloth. Does this sound reasonable?

For the rear section, I will probably use 10mm coroplast that I have lying around.

Please give suggestions and point out problems if you can

06-10-2014, 07:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
bs25942 EcoModding Lurker Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Austin,Texas Posts: 14 A.J. - '04 Honda Civic LX 90 day: 41.47 mpg (US) bruce - '08 Kawasaki Ninja 650 R 90 day: 46.52 mpg (US) Big Blue - '09 Ford F-150 LX 90 day: 17.33 mpg (US) dr - '13 Kawasaki DR650 90 day: 55.32 mpg (US) Thanks: 2 Thanked 64 Times in 9 Posts	Boat Tail Construction-Civic Sedan After viewing the 'redneck boat tail' I have decided to make a boat tail. I have overlayed the template on images and they seem alright. Can anyone tell me if they are wrong in an way? I was not sure if the side taper was done correctly. For materials, I will probably build the frame as a tubular structure. I was thinking Metal conduit or PVC piping? For anyone with PVC experience, do you think it would be strong enough to support the weight? This seems easier since I can use a heat gun and bend it to the right shape. I want to build the frame and then cover it in foam. After sanding/filing the foam, I want to fiberglass it with probably two layers of 4 oz cloth. Does this sound reasonable? For the rear section, I will probably use 10mm coroplast that I have lying around. Please give suggestions and point out problems if you can Attached Thumbnails